Time travel has always been a subject of fascination in popular culture, with films exploring the possibilities and consequences of manipulating time. From the classic time-travel comedy “Back to the Future” to the mind-bending thriller “Primer,” the concept of time travel has captured the imagination of audiences for decades.

We’ve rounded up what we believe to be the most memorable time travel movies so far, each with its unique take on the genre. From the time-traveling cyborgs of “The Terminator” to the romantic drama of “The Time Traveler’s Wife,” these films span a wide range of genres and styles, but all share a fascination with the intricacies of time travel.

Back to the Future (1985)

Marty McFly, a high school student, travels back to the 1950s and meets his parents when they are teenagers. He must make sure they fall in love to ensure his existence in the future.

The Terminator (1984)

In a post-apocalyptic future, a cyborg assassin known as the Terminator travels back to the present day to kill a waitress named Sarah Connor, who will eventually give birth to the future leader of the human resistance. A soldier named Kyle Reese is sent back to protect her, leading to a deadly chase across Los Angeles.

The Butterfly Effect (2004)

Evan Treborn, played by Ashton Kutcher, discovers that he can travel through time and change his own past. However, his attempts to fix his mistakes have unforeseen and disastrous consequences. As he delves deeper into his own past, he risks losing everything he holds dear.

Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989)

Two high school slackers, Bill and Ted, travel through time in a phone booth to gather historical figures for a history presentation. Along the way, they encounter various figures from history and have to make sure they don’t mess up the timeline. With a mix of comedy and science fiction, this film has become a cult classic.

Looper (2012)

In a dystopian future, assassins called “loopers” kill people sent from the future, until one day a looper named Joe is faced with his future self as his target. This leads to a complex and action-packed exploration of time travel and its consequences.

12 Monkeys (1995)

In a post-apocalyptic future, a convict named James Cole is sent back in time to gather information about a deadly virus that wiped out most of humanity. As he navigates the complexities of time travel, he begins to question his own sanity and the true nature of his mission.

Edge of Tomorrow (2014)

In a near-future war against an alien race, a soldier named William Cage is caught in an unforgiving time loop, reliving the same day over and over again. With the help of a skilled warrior named Rita, he must use his knowledge of the future to gain an advantage and turn the tide of the war.

Groundhog Day (1993)

While not necessarily a time travel movie per se, there is some time warping phenomenon going on in the film, do it deserves a mention. A cynical television weatherman becomes caught in a time loop where he relives the same day repeatedly. As he begins to understand the true nature of his predicament, he must learn to become a better person to break the cycle.

Timecrimes (2007)

A man travels back in time one hour and inadvertently becomes involved in a series of events that lead to a complex and deadly web of causality. He must untangle the truth before it’s too late.

Donnie Darko (2001)

Strange visions and apocalyptic dreams plague a troubled teenager named Donnie. When a giant rabbit named Frank informs him that the world as he knows it will end in 28 days, he must navigate a web of time travel and alternate realities to prevent disaster.

About Time (2013)

Tim discovers that all of the men in his family possess the ability to travel back in time. He uses this power to improve his love life but learns that changing the past can have unintended consequences.

The Time Traveler’s Wife (2009)

Henry has an unfortunate genetic disorder that causes him to time travel uncontrollably. He meets and falls in love with Clare, but his unpredictable disappearances complicate their relationship.

Primer (2004)

Two engineers create a time machine in their garage, but as they delve deeper into the mechanics of time travel, their friendship is tested, and their lives become increasingly complicated.

Hot Tub Time Machine (2010)

Four middle-aged friends are transported back to their teenage years, giving them a chance to relive their glory days and make some changes for the better.

Interstellar (2014)

In a future where Earth is becoming uninhabitable, a group of astronauts must travel through a wormhole in space to find a new home for humanity. Time dilation and relativity play a significant role as they face seemingly insurmountable obstacles in their quest for survival.